Funny how hair and grooming have been used to control us...maybe not that funny. As an old hippie I faced social pressure to shave my face in high school. I didn't like how it felt and I ignored the pressure. Then of course we grew our hair out, partly in protest, partly in solidarity with black Americans who were fighting for human rights, partly as a declaration of independence. Long hair would get you kicked off sports teams, possibly out of the family, and could easily get your ass kicked as well. Kudos for declaring your own independence!